This is my first attempt at a serious blog. I am very much into trying new things in life and telling others of my experiences. I am not just about food, tho that is one of my major passions, I am about everything in life...crafting, gadgets, etc. I will try things and post the outcome here, to help others make educated purchasing choices so that no one has to waste money on a product, not knowing if it is good, or just another piece of junk. Come with me on my journey!

Monday, May 23, 2011

as i promised...

here are the different types of meringues i was speaking of...some are german and some are not....because i have had many of these meringues and they were made larger than cookie size, any of these could be the proper recipe, try them and see which one is the one you remember:

Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until light and frothy; beat in sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated. Continue beating until the mixture is thick and shiny, 1 to 2 more minutes. Lightly fold in the walnuts. Drop by heaping teaspoonful onto the prepared baking sheet.

In a glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy using an electric mixer. Sprinkle in sugar a little at a time, while continuing to whip at medium speed. When the mixture becomes stiff and shiny like satin, stop mixing, and transfer the mixture to a large pastry bag. Pipe the meringue out onto the prepared baking sheet using a large round tip or star tip.

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Place the meringues in the oven and place a wooden spoon handle in the door to keep it from closing all the way. Bake for 3 hours, or until the meringues are dry, and can easily be removed from the pan. Allow cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container at room temperature.

About Me

I am a 47 year old, married, mother of two, grandmother to one. I am handicapped, but I don't let that slow me down. I am a very active individual. I volunteer at our son's school, in the classrooms, in the office, or wherever I happen to be needed. I also am a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Amvets, etc. I am very much into crafting, cooking, baking, movies, music, art, gardening, shopping, writing, and many many more things.